03252019 HOME BUYERS' GUIDE

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Monday, March 25, 2019

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www.grahamrealestate.com | Phone: (242) 356-5030 Canal Fort Home

3A Gemini, Albany Marina

7Bd, 7.5Bth | Colony Bay, G.B. Lot: 87,120 sq. ft. | MLS: 33610

Ref: 20489

4Bd, 4.5Bth | Furnished Living 4,156 sq. ft. | MLS: 36241

$7,000,000

903 Columbus Cove

3Bed, 3Bth | Beachfront Townhome Total Size 1,498 sq.ft. | MLS: 34424

$529,000

Ref: 21184

Gamble Heights Duplex

4Bd, 3Bth | Blue Hill South | Turn-key Lot: 5,000 sq. ft. | MLS: 36568

Elizabeth On Bay - Unit #3 NRA: 566 sq. ft. | MLS: 35597

MLS: 36693 | 969 sq.ft. Lot Bus. Opp, Restaurant, Comm. Bldg.

$2,600 p/m

Lot 4 Block 57 Suffolk Subd.

Freeport, G.B. | Multi Family Lot Lot Size: 17,000 sq. ft. | MLS: 35663

$45,000

Ref: 22592

Gregory Graham President/Broker

Laura Kimble Broker

$275,000

Ref: 23158

Elizabeth On Bay - Unit #2

Ref: 23230

$5,250,000

Ref: 22751

Retail, Office Space

$1,300 p/m

Ref: 22278

Lot 35 Block 51 Suffolk Subd.

Freeport, Grand Bahama Lot Size: 17,000 sq. ft. | MLS: 35661

$45,000

Ref: 22593

June Russell Broker

Dolly Griffin Sales Agent

Sophia Porras Sales Agent

Daiquiri Estate - Oceanfront 4Bd, 3Bth | Eastern Road Lot size: 3.36 Acres | MLS: 32894

Ref: 19767

$2,600,000

Jumbay Drive Home

3Bd, 2Bth | Golden Gates #1 6,000 sq. ft. Lot | MLS: 36395

Ref: 22934

$330,000

Elizabeth On Bay - Unit #10

MLS: 36570 | 700 sq.ft.

Bus. Opp, Commercial, Office, Retail

Ref: 23030

$1,400 p/m

Serenity Gardens

Block 38 Lot 6 | Single Family Lot 6,400 sq. ft. | MLS: 34756

Ref: 21483

Greg V. Miller Sales Agent

$100,000

Kevin Bastian Sales Agent

Albany Club Villa

5Bd, 5.5Bth | Fully Furnished Lot 10,729 sq. ft. | MLS: 33387

$4,150,000

Ref: 20244

Comfortably Numb

Lyford Cay | Canal Front Home 4Bd, 4.5Bth | MLS: 26533

Ref: 13950

Reduced

$3,450,000

Elizabeth On Bay - Unit #12 MLS: 27983 | 1,388 sq. ft. Lot Bus. Opp., Restaurant, Bar or Deli

Ref: 15312

$2,500 p/m

Gleniston Gardens

Prince Charles Drive | Lot 5, Block 29 Lot size: 10,500 sq. ft. | MLS: 33932

Ref: 20779

Delerese Pratt Sales Agent

$95,000

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Do You Have PDS?

By Mike Lightbourn

Price Denial Syndrome (PDS) is a phrase coined to describe a worrying condition that afflicts sellers who have a hard time facing the reality of the real estate market.

Of course, it’s difficult to ask for a lower price than you think your home is worth, but an overpriced home simply will not sell.

Sellers may argue that they really need the money, but this begs the question: “What will they do for money if the home doesn’t sell because it’s overpriced?”

Maybe they think they can “test the waters” and reduce the price later if they must.

Unfortunately, the longer a home remains unsold, the more likely it is that the price will have to be reduced a couple of times (possibly more).

The property becomes stale, buyers wonder what’s wrong with it and opportunists start making lowball offers.

It takes even longer to sell and at a lower price.

“Test the waters” may sound good in theory, but it doesn’t work in practice.

A home generates the most excitement with serious buyers when it’s first listed.

Another point: If the seller plans to buy another home, time is of the essence.

They may not be able to buy a new home until they sell the existing one. Meanwhile, prices and interest rates may start to climb as conditions change.

Don’t suffer from PDS. Ask your BREA agent to prepare a Competitive Market Analysis and be guided by their professional opinion.

Those Ubiquitous Billboards There has been an obvious effort to get a handle on the litter problem in public spaces in New Providence.

Public roadsides and beaches are cleaner, for the most part.

It’s unfortunate that thoughtless people continue to litter, often throwing garbage out of their windows onto newly cleaned roadsides. This is a nasty habit and does not reflect well on us as a people.

I have also noticed new billboards going up around the Montagu area.

These tacky plywood billboards are another big problem. Like litter, they drag down property values and reflect poorly on surrounding areas.

Mike Lightbourn is president of We were told the government would not tolerate this Coldwell Banker Lightbourn Realty often-called ghetto form of advertising.

It’s time for the authorities to crack the whip on the ofQUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? fenders as promised and to KEEP the pressure on.

Contact me at: info@cbbahamas.com Do the Treasury a favour and ENFORCE the law.

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UNION WHARF -CAC #505

OLD FORT BAY-CAC #707

OCEAN CLUB RESIDENCES - CAC #2700

#239 SANDYPORT DRIVE - CAC #239

An Investment Opportunity in Historic Downtown Nassau. One of the last urban waterfront redevelopment sites in The Bahamas. Union Wharf Redevelopment Site is located on The Harbour in the heart of Downtown Nassau; minutes away from the cruise ship port, and facing The Atlantis Resort. $17,000,000

Modern, Contemporary canal front home located in the exclusive gated community of Old Fort Bay. The main house has 4 bedrooms 4.5 bathroom with a cozy 1 bed 1 bath guest cottage that is ideal for visiting guest. $3,100,000

A beautiful 1st floor unit located in the exclusive Ocean Club Residences on Paradise Island. This unit is located in a sought after building and has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms along with a spacious living/ dining area and a modern kitchen. $2,195,000

This beautiful 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home is located in one of Nassau’s most desirable gated community Sandyport. Sandyport is one of the most wanted gated community in the West Side of New Providence, very safe, with 24/7 security, swimming pool, tennis court, dog park, and family oriented.

VENICE BAY - CAC #9119

CORAL BEACH, SANDYPORT - CAC #805

CABLE BEACH RENTAL - CAC #2515

BALMORAL BUNGALOW RENTAL-CAC #882

Beautiful 3 storied home with infinity swimming pool, double car garage, driveways, foot paths, patios and a pool/bar house. The property includes landscaping, fruit trees, a boundary wallwith rails, enclosure on three (3) borders and a private dock. $1,900,000

Great opportunity to own this 4 bedroom 4 bathroom canal front home comprising of approximately 3,600 sq.ft. of canal front living. The home sits on a large lot with 150’ of canal frontage that may accommodate any midsize boat. $805,000

Beautiful oceanfront home overlooking Sandals Island. Located on North Hibisus Avenue, a quiet and serene neighborhood. This home is also located off the Cable Beach strip, giving tenants a variety of entertainment and restaurant options. $7,000

Located within the private exclusive community of Balmoral in the west of New Providence, this delightful Bahamian coastal-style cottage invokes a modern interpretation of Island Living.

RENTALS

$1,198,000

$5,500

VACANT LAND

Paradise Island Condo-CAC #3380 - This fully furnished oceanview 3 bed, 3 bath condo is beautifully decorated and offers private patio, dock slip and a beautiful view of the ocean. $8,000

Tract A Lochaber Beach, Long Island-CAC #5157- Great investment opportunity, to own 157 acres of beautiful oceanfront land in the serene Lochaber Beach, Long Island. Perfect for hotel site or development of residential community. $5,000,000

Atlantic Drive, Indigo-CAC #3030 - This beautiful, modern home is located in the serene Indigo gated community, in the Western district of New Providence. $7,000

#15 Kingfisher Island, Sandyport-CAC #415 - This canal front beauty on Kingfisher Island overlooks the ocean in a community that includes luxurious single family homes. $500,000

The Cliffs Unit #104-CAC #1440 - The Cliffs at Cable Beach are a new development offering only eleven waterfront homes on Nassau’s Cable Beach strip. Each residence has its own private plunge pool overlooking the ocean and separated by privacy walls. $6,500

#15 West Lakes Plantation-CAC #3412- Gated secluded lot located in a highly desirable area in the west just off West Bay Street near caves. Perfect for a six-plex, this lot is conveniently located within walking distance from the beaches, shopping plaza and 5 minutes from the international airport. $354,900

Bayroc Unit #102-CAC #102 - Experience a gated waterfront community with tropically landscaped grounds and impeccably maintained amenities. $6,500

Lake Cunningham Estates-CAC #2600 - Vacant lot located in the exclusive gated community of Lake Cunningham Estates. This single family lot is slightly elevated and sits between two beautiful houses and just up the street from the park. $250,000

Oceanview Drive, Westridge-CAC #1512- Nestled in the upper middle class community of Westridge, in the heart of Cable Beach & nightlife, 5 minutes from the world famous BahaMar Resort & Casino to the East and Sir. Lynden Pindling International Airport to the West, this gem is close to everything yet very secluded. $8,500

Charles Christie President

Cheslie Christie Vice President

Gavin Christie Managing Partner

Elizabeth Mackay Agent

Jessica Thompson Agent

#60 Brighton Road, Coral Harbour-CAC #3599 - Single family canal front lot located on the waterways in Coral Harbour. Lot #60 has 180 feet on the canal and partial bulkhead, and sits on over 12,000 sq.ft. $200,000

Craig Clarke Agent

Reneika Knowles Agent

Desmond McIntosh Agent

Phillippa Newton Agent

Suzette Darville Agent

sales@cachristie.com | West Bay Street | Tel: 242-326-4800, 242-325-7960 | Fax: 242-326-5684

Chris Adderley Agent

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DEVELOPERS DIRECT COMMERCIAL LAND OFFICE LEASE HOME RENTALS RESIDENTIAL LOTS RESTAURANT SPACE

NEW RESTAURANT SPACE AVAILABLE!

NEW LISTING! Now taking applications for new restaurant in the heart of Sandyport Marina Village! 2,100 sq ft with magnificent waterfront views of the Grand Canal. Floor plans and elevations available for serious inquiries.

Please contact us for more information.

$7,000 per month

16A Royal Palm Cay Stunning Grand Canal views from this charming 3-bed 2.5bath single family home with great garden and dockage. Also offered with 2-year rental guarantee for investors.

Call us to find out more!

$785,000

195 Sandyport Drive 3-bed 3.5-bath end-unit townhome with spacious living areas and lots of storage. Modern kitchen features granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances. Fenced-in garden.

Call us to find out more!

$695,000

www.sandyport.com

Jolika Buckner, Broker

Lot 254 Sandyport Drive This large 9,011 lot is among the more substantial lots in Sandyport. Its corner location is ideal to take advantage of the canal views.

Sandyport includes swimming pools, tennis courts and children’s playgrounds, with restaurants, bank and gym close by.

$395,000 NEW LISTING!

401 Island Lane

3-bed 3-bath penthouse loft with great ocean and canal views. Accessible by private elevator, residents also enjoy access to Sandyport Beach Resort pool and tennis court. Also nearby to gym, bank and restaurants.

Also offered with 2-year rental guarantee for investors. Call us to find out more!

$395,000

6 Coral Beach Spacious 4-bed 4-bath open plan single family home with own beach, dock and generator. Lovely patio area outside is ideal for outside entertaining. Also offered with 2-year rental guarantee for investors.

Call us to find out more!

$1.1 million

Contact: Jolika Buckner, Broker | Work: 327-2425 | Cell: 376-1662 | E-mail: jbuckner@sandyport.com

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If you require further information or require assistance please feel free to contact: (242) 677-3763 | www.bumblebeebahamas.com Nassau, Bahamas

TREATING FUNGUS IN ST. AUGUSTINE GRASS ST. AUGUSTINE grass with its beautiful blue green color and its high shade and salt tolerance grows well here in our Bahama Islands.

However along with these assets there are some deficiencies. One of these is its susceptibility to attack by fungus that can quickly inflict considerable damage on your once picturesque lawn. So how should you avoid fungus damage in your lawn.

The key to avoiding or certainly minimizing damage to your lawn from fungus is by quick action and that can only happen with positive identification of the variety of fungus that may be attacking your lawn. Fungus treatments can be specific to particular varieties so lets discuss a few of the most common and how to identify and treat each.

BROWN PATCH FUNGUS: This fungus appears as brown dots on the blades, which often spread in a circular pattern across the lawn. Many affected areas die. Nitrogen makes the problem worse, so avoid nitrogen fertilizers during the summer if you’ve ever had a problem with brown patch.

There are both granular and liquid fungicides that can be used to treat brown patch however you will need to reapply liquids repeatedly in 7 day intervals until the problem is eliminated.

Granular treatments may require less frequent repeats so read all instruction for use as regard the particular treatment you purchased and follow them closely for the best results.

TAKE-ALL ROOT ROT: Take-all root rot isn’t specific to St. Augustine grass, but that’s where it is most commonly found. Diagnose this disease by looking for spotty dead patches, which can be small or large. The blades and stolons often turn brown but remain attached to the roots; they aren’t easy to pull off. The root systems become brown or black, and some blades might appear yellow. The fungus usually attacks in the fall or spring, thriving in soil temperatures between 60 and 65 degrees Fahrenheit says Home guides. Again treatments for take-all can be purchased in liquid and granular from most local lawn care products outlets. Be certain to check the mixture rates for the particular

fungus variety that you are treating.

GRAY LEAF SPOT: St. Augustine is the grass most likely to suffer from gray leaf spot. Small brown spots appear on the blades, which turn gray with a purple or yellow halo as the spots get bigger. Affected blades sometimes host a light gray cottony growth as well. In severe cases, large areas might look like they are suffering from drought, with a gray cast and scorched appearance.

Alternate different fungicides such as azoxystrobin and triadimefon, because the fungus can develop immunity if only one fungicide is used consistently.

Fungus thrive during damp cold nights followed by hot days. Though each has its particular seasonal choice when they will generally be most common they are truly promoted by sustained environmental conditions more than any thing else. So for this reason they can pop up at anytime as long as the conditions are ideal. Avoid watering your lawn late in the afternoon so that it will stay wet all night as this is perfect fungus culture. If you feel you are facing an out break reduce your watering as fungus love moisture and treat using chemical or organics like Neem oil. If your fortunate to have a Neem tree or access to one you can boil your own batch using the neem leaves and pop it in a spray bottle and spray it on the affected area. You will have to repeat this a few times to eliminate the issue. You may have to experiment a little to get your mixture rate just right to get the desired results.

Should you have questions or comments as regard this or any other landscape topic please feel free to contact me Marcus Sweeting at 525-0933 or at marqleads@ gmail.com or contact us on Facebook and while there please visit and like our page, Bumble bee landscaping Bahamas.

Like our Facebook page or bring a copy of this article and get a 10% DISCOUNT on treatment of your lawn fungus issue!

BROWN PATCH DISEASE

TAKE ALL ROOT ROT

GRAY LEAF SPOT

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